Vaidehi Chennubhotla

www.linkedin.com/in/VaidehiC adif5k@r.postjobfree.com 678-***-**** Farmington Hills, Michigan, 48335 Versatile and Highly Motivated Engineer with experience in performing design and analysis. Proven background in Program/Project Management Skills, Strong communication skills and Adept at working with team members to meet all customer requirements. Seeking a hands-on challenging role to develop high quality innovative products. Core Competencies include:

Product Design & Development Analytical Problem Solving Leadership Ability Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) Root Cause Analysis Project Management EDUCATION

Master of Science in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering University of Florida, Gainesville, FL

Bachelor of Science and Technology in Mechanical Engineering Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad, India PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

CAE Engineer, Woodbridge, Troy, Michigan Mar 2018 – Jun 2020

• Managed CAE reviews with design & Engineering teams for Quasi-static and dynamic strength analysis of Seating systems (SAE J2896), linear, non-Linear FEA, NVH and crash simulation. Software: ABAQUS, LS Dyna

• Developed FE Numerical methods for Vibration-based fatigue Lifecycle analysis of OEMs and validated with analytical calculations. Products: Load Floor, Armrest. Preprocessor: Hypermesh. Python scripting

• Carried out Design of Experiments (DOE) on dual layer foam blocks of different density and hardness, using MiniTab to design a model for estimating spring rate & deflection of foam blocks

• Collaborated with plant officials to conduct simulations to study different factory layouts resulting in a 15% increase in plant efficiency and robust manufacturing processes. Software: Technomatix Product Engineering Intern, Woodbridge, Troy, Michigan Jan 2017 – Mar 2018

• Conducted sheet metal design (Aluminum, Steel), plastic injection molding, 3D modeling components for New Product development, and optimized design solution as the customer needs. Software: CATIA V5

• Created DFMEA report to check design feasibility of seating structures, BOM, Tolerance analysis, exterior dimensions, and ground clearance to ensure cross-functional alignment and easy assembly of components.

• Designed jigs and fixtures for head rest guides, created 2D drawings with GD&T, call outs for components and conducted DVP&R to lower product development cost by 12% and compress time to market. Design Intern – Verigo, Gainesville, Florida Oct 2015 – Dec 2015

• Contributed to the design, blueprint reading, 3D printing of Li ion battery systems using SolidWorks adhering to GD&T (ASME14.5 and ANSI standards), function, quality, safety (5S), accuracy.

• Assisted with Engineering Change Notice (ECN) processes aligned with rev level in Teamcenter, interfaced with plant team, conducted PFMEA and confirmed design change implementation into production projects. Design Engineer, Alternate Energy Systems Ltd., Hyderabad, India Jun 2013 – Jul 2014

• Served as technical lead for design of engine, compressor using AutoCAD and CFD projects (ANSYS)

• Implemented continuous improvement tools like 6S, LEAN, Kaizen, Hoshin Kanri, Gemba, APQP, TPM, Townhall meetings, 5 Why, OSHA regulations, 8D problem solving techniques